Career Option: Gerontologist

Eligibility

In order to become a gerontologist, a person should have a M.D or D.O degree . There should be the completion of a four year residency in the same profession. People can also have a 3 year practice in the same profession. The Anesthetist must then pass an oral and written examination. The written exam comprises of a full day research on the relevant topics. The oral exams also include assessing the actual examination through verbal skills.

How to become Gerontologist

A bachelor’s degree in medicine takes around 4 years with 4 years in the medicine profession. It also takes around 8 years to practice this profession. The total duration of this stream is total 8 years with 2 years of practice.

Job profile of Gerontologist

• The key responsibility of a gerontologist is responsible to study the mental, social and physical problems of old age group.
• The key responsibility of a gerontologist is to examine the patient and his potential to the treatment.
• The key responsibility of a gerontologist is to work on new techniques and strategies of giving treatment.
• The key responsibility of a gerontologist is to work in various government and private hospitals.
• The key responsibility of a gerontologist work on wider varieties of subjects and concepts and should posses excellent spirit to do serve the country.

Salary Range for Gerontologist

They are said to be self employed people and can work with council of doctors and Physicians. They can work in health care units, hospitals and Clinics. The gerontologist can earn Rs 25,000 to Rs 30,000 as their starting salary.